Fayetteville, Fayette County

Moe's Southwest Grill

1360 HWY 85 STE A FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214

Food

Latest score

Apr 10, 2026

City

Fayetteville

County

Fayette

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Apr 10, 2026

Routine

Score: 845 violations

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food items in the warmer cabinet holding temperatures below 135 degrees F.(see temperatures above) COS reheated. Code: TCS food that uses hot holding as a control for safety shall be held at 135 F or higher.

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility did not have verifiable evidence of employee health reporting acknowledgement forms. Code: Facility shall have verifiable means of showing employee health reporting acknowledgement.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employee hand washing sink in the main kitchen area was being blocked by two brooms and a dust pail. COS. items removed Code: A handwashing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed that the food service permit was not displayed. Code: The food service permit shall be displayed within public view.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(g) - absorbent materials on floors, use limitation (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed that the facility is placing cardboard on the floor; person-in-charge states they are this is to be used as a non-slip surface. COS. Discarded. Code: Absorbent materials shall not be used on floors.

Dec 23, 2025

Routine

Score: 926 violations

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11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed that the facility was thawing raw chicken under running water but allowed the temperature to go over 41 F; facility did not have the intention of cooking it within 4 hours from when it started thawing, time it reached 41 F is unknown. COS. To be cooked within the next 1-2 hours. CA: Thawing shall be accomplished using approved means and shall be maintained below 41 F unless it is to be cooked within 4 hours from when it reached 41 F.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1) - permit, displayed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the food service permit was not displayed. CA: The food service permit shall be displayed within public view.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed containers stacked while wet. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the front counter, which is made of wood, has worn down and is now exposed wood; this is used as shelving for single-use items. CA: Non-food contact surfaces shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(3)(h),(i),(j) - temperature measuring device, manual warewashing; sanitizing solutions, testing device (pf)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility uses Purrell Food Surface Sanitizer, however, they do not have a means to test this sanitizer. CA: The facility shall have the means to test each type of sanitization method used in the facility.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed accumulation of debris and food on the floors throughout the facility, especially under shelving and equipment. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.

Jun 3, 2025

Routine

Score: 954 violations

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16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple sinks with faucets that constantly dripped. CA: Plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in good repair.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed that the front counter, which is made of wood, has worn down and is now exposed wood. CA: Equipment/fixtures shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(l) - toilet rooms, enclosed (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed the bathroom doors propped open. COS. Doors closed. CA: Bathroom doors shall be self-closing and tight fitting.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Dec 9, 2024

Routine

Score: 933 violations

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(k) - insect control devices (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the pest device used to electrocute pests was installed above food preparation area (vegetable sink). CA: PEst control device shall be located not above food and food contact surfaces.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed wet nesting of containers. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed that the front counter, which is made of wood, has worn down and is now exposed wood. CA: Equipment/fixtures shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

May 22, 2024

Routine

Score: 896 violations

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2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(o) - person-in-charge duties (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the facility was unable to provide verifiable evidence of employee health reporting requirement acknowledgement. CA: Facility shall have, in a verifiable manner, acknowledgement of employee health reporting requirements.

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed water bottle with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. Moved. CA: Employee drinks shall be in single-use containers with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employees wearing watches and bracelets while preparing food. COS. Items removed. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists while preparing food to include a medical information bracelet.

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(a) - equipment & utensils, air-drying required (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wet nesting of containers. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed that the front counter, which is made of wood, has worn down and is now exposed wood. CA: Equipment/fixtures shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed accumulation of debris and food on the floors, specifically under the shelves of the walk-in cooler; observed damaged floor tiles in back prep area. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation; facility shall be maintained in a state of good repair.

Oct 23, 2023

Routine

Score: 963 violations

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed accumulation of debris on the inside of equipment (drink self service). CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed accumulation of debris and food on the floors . CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed personal item on the counter. COS. Personal item removed CA: personal item shall be only use at designated areas for employee activity.